Role description We are looking for an experienced Business Data Analyst to join our Data Platform team. The successful candidate will act as a key link between business stakeholders and technical teams, translating business needs into clear requirements and actionable technical solutions. This role combines business analysis, data expertise, and product-oriented thinking. The adecuado candidate will have a strong understanding of business processes, particularly in Accounting and Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A;), and the ability to drive delivery within an Agile environment. The candidate will also act as a Data Platform evangelist within the organization, supporting adoption and continuous improvement while assuming deputy Product Owner responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities
* Lead business requirements gathering, analysis, and documentation activities.
* Write, manage, and refine user stories, ensuring requirements are clear, complete, and actionable for engineering teams.
* Lead user story refinement and solution design discussions, bridging business needs and technical implementation.
* Develop small prototypes, mock-ups, and proof-of-concept solutions to support requirements clarification and refinement.
* Collaborate closely with business stakeholders throughout the solution acceptance phase to ensure successful delivery and alignment with expectations.
* Translate business requirements into technical specifications and communicate them effectively to data engineers and other technical team members.
* Proactively capture and analyze business processes, identify opportunities for improvement, and recommend enhancements to the Data Platform.
* Act as a Data Platform evangelist, promoting adoption, best practices, and awareness across the organization.
* Support Product Owner activities, including prioritization, backlog refinement, and delivery coordination, acting as deputy Product Owner when required.




* Contribute to Agile ceremonies and foster collaboration across business and technical teams.
* Support data-driven decision-making through advanced data analysis and insights. Required Qualifications and Experience Professional Experience
* Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Business Data Analyst or Business Analyst.
* Background in Management is highly valued.
* Previous experience working on data projects within Accounting and Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A;) domains.
* Experience working within Agile teams. Technical Skills
* Knowledge of data architecture and data modelling principles.
* Proficiency in Python for data analysis and processing.
* Expert-level SQL and data analysis skills.
* Understanding of REST and SOAP APIs, including the ability to read and interpret technical specifications.
* Previous experience in AI, Generative AI, or Machine Learning projects is highly valued. Soft Skills
* Fluent in English, with excellent written, reading, and spoken communication skills.
* Strong team player with a collaborative mindset.
* Delivery-focused, with a commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
* Excellent stakeholder communication and relationship management skills.
* Ability to translate business requirements into clear technical guidance for engineering teams.
* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
* Ability to influence stakeholders and drive alignment across business and technical teams. Nice-to-Have
* Experience supporting Product Owner activities or managing product backlogs.
* Experience with AI, Generative AI, or Machine Learning initiatives.
* Experience building prototypes and mock-ups to support business analysis and solution design.

What We Offer
* The opportunity to shape and improve enterprise Data Platform capabilities.
* Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams in an Agile environment.
* The opportunity to influence business processes and drive data-driven transformation.

📌 Business Data Analyst (España)
🏢 Softlanding
📍 España